Global Markets Steady as USD Softens in Thin Holiday Trade

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USD Softens in Thin Holiday Trade; AUD Near Range Highs, JPY Firms on Intervention Talk
The US dollar weakened across the board during a quiet session, allowing major currencies to edge higher amid thin holiday liquidity. AUD/USD held near the top of its recent range, supported by firmer commodity prices, while NZD, EUR, and GBP posted modest gains. USD/JPY underperformed after Japanese officials signalled readiness to take “bold action” to counter excessive FX moves.

General Market

Wall Street
  • S&P 500: +0.6% (6,877)
  • Dow Jones: +0.5% (48,387)
  • Nasdaq: +0.5% (23,435)
  • VIX: -4.4% (14.26)
Asia-Pacific
  • Nikkei: +1.8% (50,402)
  • Shanghai Comp: +0.7% (3,917)
  • ASX 200: +0.9% (8,700)
Europe
  • FTSE: -0.3% (9,866)
  • DAX: Flat (24,284)
  • CAC: -0.4% (8,121) 

 

Headlines to Watch

United States

  • Wall Street trades modestly higher in thin holiday conditions, with investors monitoring continued USD softness and rising Treasury yields.
  • Elevated oil prices following US–Venezuela tensions may keep inflation expectations in focus despite limited economic data.

Asia / China

  • Asian equities start the week on a positive footing, led by strong gains in Japan and solid performance in China’s Shenzhen market.
  • Commodity-linked currencies remain supported as materials and energy stocks outperform across the region.

Japan

  • USD/JPY remains volatile after Japanese officials signalled readiness to take “bold action” against excessive FX moves.
  • Ongoing scrutiny of official rhetoric as markets assess the likelihood of verbal or direct intervention.

Australia

  • AUD/USD holds near the top of its recent range amid broad USD weakness and firmer commodity prices.
  • Focus turns to upcoming RBA Minutes for any shifts in tone around inflation, growth, or policy timing.

United Kingdom

  • UK Q3 GDP confirmed in line with expectations, limiting immediate GBP reaction.
  • Rising gilt yields keep growth and fiscal sustainability concerns in focus.

Europe

  • European equities close mixed to lower, reflecting cautious sentiment heading into year-end.
  • Attention remains on consumer confidence indicators as growth momentum shows signs of fragility.
Currency PairMid-market Rate
AUD/USD0.6660
AUD/NZD1.1495
AUD/JPY104.55
AUD/CNY4.6846
AUD/EUR0.5662
AUD/GBP0.4945
AUD/HKD5.1818

 

 

 

 

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